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Desi swag! Nora wows in a floral sari

Desi swag! Nora wows in a floral sari

Rediff.com9 Oct 2020

A weekly roundup of the best styles from the celebrity circuit.

How I designed Anushka and Virat's wedding wear

How I designed Anushka and Virat's wedding wear

Rediff.com12 Dec 2017

Designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee dishes on the process.

Here comes the bride! Tara looks chic in white

Here comes the bride! Tara looks chic in white

Rediff.com22 Oct 2019

A modern-day bride, Tara Sutaria unveiled designer Shehla Khan's winter festive collection Dark Romance at The Wedding Junction Show.

KatVic Shaadi: More Inside Info

KatVic Shaadi: More Inside Info

Rediff.com9 Dec 2021

A beautiful mandap has been created at the Sheesh Mahal for the wedding ceremony.

Pix: Sonal flaunts her curves in a lehenga sari

Pix: Sonal flaunts her curves in a lehenga sari

Rediff.com5 Jun 2019

The actor looked stunning on the ramp!

Ready for dinner 16 feet underwater?

Ready for dinner 16 feet underwater?

Rediff.com7 Feb 2017

Are you bored of your regular dining options? Then experience this food treat underwater.

India's Ultimate Warrior Review

India's Ultimate Warrior Review

Rediff.com12 Mar 2022

Vidyut Jammwal's reality show is certainly worth a watch, observes Namrata Thakker.

'Ranjit blew me away with the wide range of his talent'

'Ranjit blew me away with the wide range of his talent'

Rediff.com20 Apr 2020

'His wicked sense of humour, his compassion will be hard to replace.'

Simply Sobhita! The actor stuns in green on mag cover

Simply Sobhita! The actor stuns in green on mag cover

Rediff.com10 Nov 2019

Sobhita Dhulipala is Elle's digital cover girl for the month of November.

Here comes the bride! Ileana is breathtaking in white

Here comes the bride! Ileana is breathtaking in white

Rediff.com25 Jun 2019

On their 20th anniversary, Wedding Affair got Ileana D'Cruz to grace their cover.

Travel: The magic of Muharraq

Travel: The magic of Muharraq

Rediff.com27 May 2018

One warm sunny day, Abhilasha Ojha stumbles upon the soul of Bahrain.

Cabinet nod for trade pact with Mauritius covering 310 items

Cabinet nod for trade pact with Mauritius covering 310 items

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the signing of a comprehensive economic cooperation agreement, a kind of a free trade pact, between India and Mauritius which is aimed at liberalising norms to boost two-way commerce

Kriti's bridal pics will leave you spellbound

Kriti's bridal pics will leave you spellbound

Rediff.com18 Jan 2020

Kriti Kharbanda shows you how to nail the bridal look.

Jewels stolen in the Dresden museum heist

Jewels stolen in the Dresden museum heist

Rediff.com27 Nov 2019

Robbers made off with priceless jewels from a state museum in Dresden on Monday in what German media described as the biggest art heist since World War Two. The thieves broke into the Green Vault at Dresden's Royal Palace -- home to around 4,000 precious objects of ivory, gold, silver and jewels -- at dawn after a power cut deactivated the alarm. The stolen items included brilliant-cut diamonds that belonged to a collection of jewellery of 18th-century Saxony ruler Augustus the Strong. Here are some of the items thus far confirmed as stolen by the Saxony police.

Ankita pays tribute to Sushant at Zee Rishtey Awards

Ankita pays tribute to Sushant at Zee Rishtey Awards

Rediff.com7 Dec 2020

Telly folk attended the Zee Rishtey Awards 2020 on December 5, looking glam on the red carpet.

V-Day recipe: Grilled watermelon hearts salad

V-Day recipe: Grilled watermelon hearts salad

Rediff.com13 Feb 2019

Chef Swatantra Gautam shares a simple healthy recipe.

Exports up 47.91% to $35.17 bn in July

Exports up 47.91% to $35.17 bn in July

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

The country's exports grew by 47.19 per cent to $35.17 billion on account of healthy growth in the outbound shipments of petroleum, engineering, and gems and jewellery, according to the provisional data of the commerce ministry. Imports during the month also rose by 59.38 per cent to $46.40 billion, leaving a trade deficit of $11.23 billion. Exports of petroleum, engineering, and gems and jewellery in July increased to $3.82 billion, $2.82 billion and $1.95 billion respectively, the data showed.

This Diwali, BLING IT ON like Bollywood

This Diwali, BLING IT ON like Bollywood

Rediff.com29 Oct 2021

Sukanya Verma looks at Bollywood's extravagant bling fetish.

How to make Apricot Shrikhand, Khubani Ka Meetha

How to make Apricot Shrikhand, Khubani Ka Meetha

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

Look no further for Diwali recipes.

PHOTOS: Treasures of India

PHOTOS: Treasures of India

Rediff.com20 Jun 2019

When you think of Indian Maharajas of yore what is the one thing that comes to mind? Jewels! And that is exactly what the world will witness at Christie's, New York during its upcoming auction -- "Maharajas and Mughal Magnificence". The "unprecedented group" of objects is from The Al Thani Collection of the royal family of Qatar. It is expected to see competitive bidding from across the globe. As per Christie's, this collection is poised to be the most valuable auction of jewellery and jewelled objects. The current record is held by The Collection of Elizabeth Taylor, which totals $144 million (Rs 1,003 crore). Mughal emperor Shah Jahan's jade hilted dagger, the priceless jewels of the Nizams of Hyderabad, and a string of pearls belonging to Rajmata Gayatri Devi of Jaipur are among the 400 royal artefacts that would be auctioned on Wednesday. Here's a glimpse of the astounding jewels that will be auctioned.

Kaun Pravin Tambe Review

Kaun Pravin Tambe Review

Rediff.com1 Apr 2022

Shreyas Talpade plays the titular role with aplomb, applauds Deepti Patwardhan.

Biden calls Putin 'war criminal'; Russia decries US President's remarks

Biden calls Putin 'war criminal'; Russia decries US President's remarks

Rediff.com17 Mar 2022

In response to another question, he ruled out calling Putin. "No," he said.

The Best Weapon To Deal With China Is...

The Best Weapon To Deal With China Is...

Rediff.com19 Aug 2022

If you are serious about countering the Chinese threat, then the best weapon is investing in real freedom, plurality, elections and democracy. Unfortunately, it isn't an approach all Indians currently seem to agree on, asserts Shyam G Menon.

SEE: Gorgeous, metallic lehengas inspired by nature

SEE: Gorgeous, metallic lehengas inspired by nature

Rediff.com21 Sep 2020

Presenting Amit Aggarwal's latest couture line inspired by nature.

Was Deepika's wedding look inspired by Kangana?

Was Deepika's wedding look inspired by Kangana?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2018

Deepika Padukone just wore another bridal look and all we can say is WOW!

5 Recipes: Regional Flavours Of Navratri

5 Recipes: Regional Flavours Of Navratri

Rediff.com27 Sep 2022

Every aspect of Navratri is associated with delectable dishes that are relished across the country during these divine nine days -- from lip-smacking savouries to wholesome sweets.

Amyra, Ananya, Nia Rock!

Amyra, Ananya, Nia Rock!

Rediff.com15 Jan 2021

Presenting the best styles from the celebrity circuit.

Why Sonam Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra love this woman

Why Sonam Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra love this woman

Rediff.com18 Nov 2020

'I like to create conversations with innate objects and weave a story around it,' Mrinalini Chandra tells Anita Aikara/Rediff.com.

Was Manish Malhotra the most worn designer at Virushka's reception?

Was Manish Malhotra the most worn designer at Virushka's reception?

Rediff.com27 Dec 2017

It's amazing how many celebs wore outfits designed by Manish Malhotra to Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma's Mumbai reception!

10 Ways to Look Gorgeous this Diwali

10 Ways to Look Gorgeous this Diwali

Rediff.com9 Nov 2020

Namrata Thakker picks some celeb-inspired looks that will help you up your fashion game during the festive season.

Omerta review: A lean, brutal masterpiece

Omerta review: A lean, brutal masterpiece

Rediff.com4 May 2018

'Omerta is a work of true moral force; it is, at the risk of sounding fancy, a motion picture for our times,' says Sreehari Nair.

Rorschach, Mammootty and the Unfeeling Indian Hero

Rorschach, Mammootty and the Unfeeling Indian Hero

Rediff.com10 Nov 2022

After a lifetime of showing us what it means to 'act at the top of one's bent and never hit a false note', Mammootty had the good sense, in the third act of his career, to pare down his style, become less mannered, draw directly from life. And getting a performer like that to play characters who seem 'completely dead inside', is, in my view, a betrayal of his legacy, his still-burning ambition, and his still-sharp feelers, observes Sreehari Nair.

In Pics: Kangana, Sobhita, Neha rule the ramp

In Pics: Kangana, Sobhita, Neha rule the ramp

Rediff.com15 Oct 2019

Presenting the hottest showstoppers from India Fashion Week.

Mumbai Meri Jaan: Fisherfolk on the ramp

Mumbai Meri Jaan: Fisherfolk on the ramp

Rediff.com15 May 2017

Mumbai's dabbawallas, taxi and auto drivers, fisher folk walked the ramp for the first of its kind fashion show.

Diana Penty stuns at Cannes! Vote for your fave look

Diana Penty stuns at Cannes! Vote for your fave look

Rediff.com22 May 2019

Let us know!

When brides didn't wear red lehengas

When brides didn't wear red lehengas

Rediff.com1 Feb 2021

Meet the celebrity brides who chopse not to wear the traditional red lehenga at their weddings.

US welcomes remains of 55 soldiers from Korean War

US welcomes remains of 55 soldiers from Korean War

Rediff.com2 Aug 2018

The return of the US servicemen's remains was part of a deal that was agreed to by Trump and Kim back in their summit in June.

China flaunts French connection to Wuhan lab

China flaunts French connection to Wuhan lab

Rediff.com7 May 2020

Accusing United States Secretary of State Mike Pompeo of fabricating lies over the involvement of the virology lab in Wuhan, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Hua Chunying sought to deflect criticism over its role by highlighting its French connection.

Malaika vs Kendall: Who wore the ruffled dress better?

Malaika vs Kendall: Who wore the ruffled dress better?

Rediff.com21 Nov 2019

Take the poll given below and let us know which of your favourite stars styled the look better!

Gorgeous! Taapsee dazzles as a bride

Gorgeous! Taapsee dazzles as a bride

Rediff.com7 Jan 2020

On her cover for Femina Wedding Times, Taapsee Pannu gives us a glimpse of the wedding trends for 2020.